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Former Arkansas State Senator’s Shooting Death Investigated as ‘Homicide’

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Linda Collins-Smith was reportedly found fatally shot and wrapped in a blanket at her home.

Pilar Melendez
Pilar Melendez 

Senior National Reporter

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Pilar Melendez

Pilar Melendez

Senior National Reporter

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